BritRail London Plus Pass

Train travel is the easiest way to get around the UK. If you’re based in London but you want to do some exploring, the pass provides access to many popular cities in southern England including Oxford, Cambridge, Brighton, Bath, Salisbury, Stratford-upon-Avon and Canterbury. Even if you’re only making a couple of rail journeys, this great-value pass could be cheaper than buying separate tickets for each journey.

Why buy in advance?

International exclusive - Not available to buy in the UK - you have to order before you travel

Huge savings compared to buying individual tickets for each journey

Unlimited journeys – travel as much as you like on each day your pass is valid

Free child pass for every adult or senior pass purchased. Select 'free child' ticket upon ordering and add to basket

Please note this is not an e-voucher. This is a physical ticket that will be mailed out to you. When ordering a pass, you need to print this document containing important details, and take it with you when you travel. Please check our FAQs regarding delivery times to ensure that you allow sufficient time for your order to reach you.

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Rather than having a ticket specifically for each part of your journey, just show your valid BritRail Pass to staff at the train station to be allowed onto the platform, and again if asked for your ticket while on the train.

Important: BritRail Passes are not valid on the London Underground. For travel on the London Underground and London buses, please see the London Oyster Card and London Travel Card.

Ordering your Pass

Enter number of passes required for each type and duration

The BritRail London Plus Pass is a flexipass, so travel days do not have to be consecutive

You need to provide the names of all passengers (except children under 5)

Your passes will be posted to you – ensure you leave enough time for them to reach you before you travel

Please note: BritRail passes are not available for UK residents; this includes International Students who are studying in the UK for more than six months. Please also note that the Britrail London Plus can be cancelled within 72 hours of purchase.

Activating your Pass

The pass can be activated up to 6 months after your given date of departure. To activate your pass simply go to any UK train station’s ticket office where it will be stamped.

Why should I buy a BritRail Pass from VisitBritain?

There are so many great benefits to buying a BritRail Pass from VisitBritain, including:

Preferential rates as an overseas visitor

Huge savings compared to buying individual tickets for each journey

Huge flexibility – hop on and off any train while your pass is valid, without worrying about ticket restrictions or changing your plans!

Less time queuing at the train station means more time to enjoy your trip

Where do I activate / validate my BritRail pass?

Before you can start to use your BritRail Pass you must have it activated. To do this, please take along your BritRail Pass and your ID (preferably a passport) to the ticket office at the train station you wish to make your first journey from. The ticket staff will then activate your pass for you. You can then board the train and, if asked, please show your ticket to the ticket inspector. You must fill in the date on your ticket of any journey before boarding a train.

Do I need to activate the vouchers for the airport express?

No, these voucher are already valid, just show them to the staff on request.

Can I use the BritRail Pass on the Tube?

No. BritRail Passes are not valid on London Transport Underground trains or buses. To travel on the tube you will need either an Oyster Card or a London Travelcard.

Where can I find train timetables?

For information regarding train times, please click on www.nationalrail.co.uk. This is a really useful website for planning trips by train in the UK. All you need to do is type in where you want to go from and where to, with the date you intend to travel and it will bring up all the details you will need (times, changes if needed, facilities on board etc.).

Do I need to make seat reservations?

It is not essential to reserve seats on all trains. Generally speaking it is only really necessary to make reservations if you plan to travel on a popular route (e.g. London to Edinburgh) at a peak time (e.g. Friday at 18.00). To make a reservation with a BritRail Pass you need to take your BritRail Pass to the station that you are going to travel from and the travel centre will make the seat reservations for you (for a small fee)

How many train journeys can I make on one day?

You can make as many journeys as you like in one day. The passes are restricted by days, not journeys. A day is classified as one calendar day – not 24 hours from the start of the journey. You therefore need to commence your last journey of the day before midnight.

What happens if there are no trains?

If you have a BritRail consecutive pass and there are no trains on a day during your pass validity (e.g. Christmas Day), you can visit a ticket office to get your pass extended. Your pass will then be valid for one additional day. Please note that if your train is cancelled but you are able to take an alternate route or a replacement bus, you will not be eligible for a pass extension.

Is there a tour guide included?

No, there are no tour guides on BritRail trains.

Can I buy food and drink on trains in the UK?

Most trains in the UK have either a shop or a trolley service on board. Virgin trains sell sandwiches, snacks and drinks.

What is the difference between 1st Class and standard class?

1st class tickets include more legroom, your own table, reclining seats and overhead reading lights. Some trains also include complimentary Wi-Fi in 1st class. Buy a BritRail 1st class ticket from our website and enjoy complimentary food and drink on Virgin Trains.

Is there a luggage restriction with BritRail Passes?

There is no specific luggage limit, but please be considerate to other passengers who may also be travelling with luggage. Most trains have small overhead luggage racks and at least 1 luggage compartment per carriage.

Can I use my BritRail Pass on the Heathrow/Gatwick/Stansted Express?

Yes. Your pass is valid on the Heathrow Express, Stansted Express or Gatwick Express airport transfer train services. Using the pass counts as a journey on your BritRail Pass. The pass does not need to be activated and is ready for use.

Can children travel free with my pass?

Under-5s travel for free but must be accompanied by an adult. Children aged 5 – 15 must have their own BritRail Pass, which costs approximately half the price of a full price adult pass.

Is there a student discount?

There is no student discount available for the London Plus Pass, but there is a discount on other BritRail Passes.

If I leave London Victoria on, for example, Monday at 23:32 and arrive in Brighton at 00.52 on Tuesday, does that count as two days travel on the BritRail London Plus Pass?

No, it only counts for the day you finish the journey.

Why am I being asked for outbound travel details?

All BritRail passes are only available to non-UK passport holders and if staying for 6 months or less. You may be asked to present proof of return travel from Britain at the time of train ticket inspections.

Prices

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Prices include booking fee.

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Duration

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Class

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Prices list

Adult (16+)£114.00

Child (5-15)£58.00Under 5s free

Youth (16-25)£75.00

Senior (60+)£97.00

Free child (5-15)Free1 free child per paying adult

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